A new trade petition filed with U.S. authorities could saddle plywood imports from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam with crushing tariffs — unless importers and exporters actively participate in the case.
Companies that fail...more
The Trump administration is significantly expanding tariffs on steel, aluminum and a broad range of imported goods under two federal statutes—Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 and the International Emergency...more
President Trump issued a Proclamation that expands the 25% tariffs on steel and steel derivatives, first imposed in 2018 under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. Aluminum and aluminum derivatives will also now...more
2/13/2025
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Companies that import from Canada, Mexico or the People’s Republic of China should take steps now to minimize the impact of recently announced tariffs. In an executive order signed on Feb. 1, 2025, President Trump imposed...more
2/4/2025
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We invite you to review the materials from our presentations that covered key issues facing government contractors. The topics include:
• Year in Review – Federal Contracts Case Law Update-
• Cost Accounting Compliance-...more
11/3/2023
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The trade war between the United States and China is already impacting U.S. companies and the economy at large. As an international trade lawyer for companies on both sides of the Pacific, I have a keen understanding of its...more